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A Master Mason gumshoe taps into his inner Philip Marlowe to hunt down the truth.

Mystery writer James Lincoln Warren is an expert author of the hardboiled crime story.

A historian probes the enduring appeal of Masonic secrets.

A traditional observance lodge pulls out all the sartorial stops with a new custom tartan kilt.

Masons4Mitts adapts to an unusual season by combatting the “COVID slide” for disadvantaged students.

With the coronavirus wreaking havoc across the state, the Masonic Homes of California sprung into action to ensure the health of its residents and staff members.

Grand Master John Trauner reflects on a truly unforgettable Masonic year.

Grand Master Trauner explains that what Masonry gives us, we give our daughters.

Four inspiring examples of Masonry deepening the bond between father and daughter.

A century after its founding, Job’s Daughters keeps on evolving.

Why Masons are in a prime position to affect the world their girls step into.

A compendium of tips and advice for working with the youth orders.

Adolescence is already a roller-coaster—and especially for girls. Lucky for Masons, they’ve got a team ready to help.

Marvel at the explosive bond between a group of pyrotechnic engineer Freemasons.

Meet a globe-trotting opera singer with deep Masonic roots.

A resort-town Masonic lodge goes digital—and the prospects follow.

The newly launched iMember 2.0 promises to make Masons’ lives a lot easier.

Why a first-time donor summoned his father’s memory in giving to the DWB Relief Fund.

Use the links here to learn how to complete each of the common tasks of a secretary in iMember 2.0.

This summer, lodges in california will have a new, intuitive, web-based member management system. Sign up to get trained!

Beginning in late April, the Masons of California will host an exciting and entirely digital speakers’ series featuring lectures and talks from Masonic experts on a range of topics.

When the COVID-19 crisis erupted, the Masons of California found new ways to pull together and live up to their obligation to provide relief.

California Masons have banded together in crisis before—perhaps never more so than in the wake of the megafires of 2017 and 2018; At a firefighters’ lodge in Maryland, members are driven to serve in more ways than one

During the Sacramento Cholera Outbreak of 1850, Masons took the reins of a public health emergency.

Recounting Masonic Outreach Service’s all-hands-on-deck approach during the 2018 wildfires.

How a group of scooter-loving Masons found fellowship on two wheels

At Imperial Valley Lodge No. 390, Masons are making valuable community connections on both sides of the border; and tracking Masonic first pitch misfires in anticipation of another Masons4Mitts season.

The Paso Robles fire prevention specialist and CalFire firefighter on battling wildfires and a global pandemic—at the same time.

The Masonic Emergency Response Team training program equips volunteers with protocols for managing a disaster.

Tracking Masonic first pitch misfires in anticipation of another Masons4Mitts season.

Grand Master John Trauner on how Masons can—and must—aid those in need.

A woodworking hobbyist turns his sights on the Masonic lodge

Here’s an update on Grand Lodge operations from Grand Master John E. Trauner.

Join us in an all-digital webinar Monday, May 4 from 4-5 p.m. to discuss current issues facing lodge secretaries. 

In an all-new live online webinar April 30 from 5:30-6:30 p.m., Hall Association directors and officers can get important information and helpful advice on operations impacted by COVID-19.

Vice president of clinical operations for the Masonic Homes of California Joseph Pritchard shares five ways to stay safe during the outbreak.